Ken Meyer

525 Madison
Rochester, MI 48307
E-mail: kmebf80e@westpost.net
(248) 840-4373
OBJECTIVE
To apply my enthusiasm, strong work ethic, dedication, and passion to a challeng
ing position in the mechanical engineering field.
EDUCATION
Kettering University, Flint, Michigan
Graduated June 2010
* Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
* Graduated Cum Laude
* GPA: 3.67
INTERN EXPERIENCE
Magna- Cosma International, Troy, Michigan
October 2005- August 2010
6 Months of prototype shop experience, including:
* Assembled doors using adhesive and several rivet guns
* Qualified parts
* Spot welded
* Designed and assembled part racks, including MIG welding the parts together
3 Months FEA experience, including:
* Meshed designs
* Applied weld and other attachments
* Ran stress analysis
15 months R&D engineering experience, including:
* Involved in commonization of OEM cradles study
* Ran AutoForm simulations
* Assisted in design for magnesium front end
* Participated in validation testing for Hybrid Casting technology
* Headed benchmarking investigations
* Lead research study on joining technologies
* Helped engineers conduct everyday tasks
9 months Non-Automotive engineering experience, including:
* Design modifications for concentrated PV design
* Supervised low volume production of concentrating PV project
* Managed transfer from low volume production to high volume production

OTHER EXPERIENCES
F.I.R.S.T. Robotics Team #1506 Mental Muscle, Mentor, Flint, Michigan
January 2007- Present
Mentor for high school robotics team
* Taught basic mechanics, engineering, and design principles
* Assisted the students in the design and build of the robot
* Supported the team at competition events
* Assisted in logistic arrangements of team meetings, parts orders, and travels
* Supported the students in their community service and fundraising events
Private Tutor
School years of 2007, 2008, & 2009
Tutored high school students at their homes, grades 9-12
* Tutored in physics and algebra in hour long increments
* Incorporated instruction and hands on activities in a one-on-one setting
ACTIVITIES/VOLUNTEER
Kensington, Rochester Hills, Michigan
January 2006- Present
Church Usher and Greeter
* Greeted church members
* Made members feel welcome and comfortable
* Volunteered at church functions and events
HONORS/ MEMBERSHIPS
* Physics Club at Kettering University, Member 2008, 2007, 2006
* Billiards Club at Kettering University, Member 2006, 2005
* Dean's List at Kettering University
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS
Mac and PC computers Microsoft PowerPoint
Experience with E-mail and Internet Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word Microsoft Outlook
PERSONAL SKILLS
* Comfortable working independently or in groups
* Possesses superior listening and communication skills
* Self motivated to complete tasks in a timely matter, goal-oriented and focused
* Organized and efficient, with good work habits
* Can cooperate and get along well with customers, coworkers, and others
* Highly analytical thinking with demonstrated talent for identifying, scrutiniz
ing, improving, and streamlining complex work processes
* Flexible team player who thrives in environments requiring ability to effectiv
ely prioritize and juggle multiple concurrent projects
REFERENCES
Available upon request